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Does An Employer Have to Allow Service Dogs?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers are required to permit service animals to accompany their owners in the workplace

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 13, 20235 min read


Mental Toughness for Entrepreneurs
Mental toughness is one of the essential attributes that business owners must possess.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 12, 20235 min read


Small Business and Employee Handbooks
As a small business owner, hiring employees is a significant milestone in the growth of your business. Whether you are hiring your first...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 22, 20235 min read


Employees Need to Watch What They Say on Social Media
Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. With billions of people using social media platforms every day, it has...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 17, 20235 min read


Risk Management For Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, you face many challenges on a daily basis. One of the biggest risks you face is the possibility of being sued...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 13, 20234 min read


Limited Liability Company Basics
If you're thinking of starting a business, you might have come across the term "LLC." LLC stands for Limited Liability Company, which is...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 8, 20233 min read


Understanding a Defendant's Duty to Mitigate Damages
In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff seeks to recover damages from the defendant for harm caused by the defendant's actions. However, to...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Feb 27, 20234 min read


How Companies Abuse the DMCA to Silence Critics
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) was designed to help protect copyright owners from piracy, but it has been used by companies...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 27, 20235 min read


The Benefits of Trademarking Your Business
Let’s review what trademarking entails and why it is important for the success of your business.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 19, 20237 min read


The 10,000-Hour Rule: Success is Earned
Malcolm Gladwell’s book Outliers: The Story of Success explores the idea of what makes people successful. It analyzes the factors that...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 5, 20234 min read


The Benefits of Office Desk and Digital File Organization
Organizing your space, whether physical or digital, can make a world of difference in the long run. With National Clean off Your Desk Day...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 3, 20235 min read


Account Stated Claims | Getting Paid |Small Business Law
Small businesses often find themselves in situations where clients owe money for goods or services that were provided. Many times, the...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jul 27, 20225 min read


The 7 Biggest Legal Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Starting a Business | Small Business Law
Starting a business can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it's important to make sure you're doing everything by the book. If...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jul 22, 20229 min read


Considering Buying a Business? Here Are Some Key Factors to Consider
If you’re ready to be your own boss and looking for a business to buy, you’ll want to consider carefully some key factors that can make...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
May 20, 20224 min read


Force Majeure: Are Pandemics an Act of God?
Force Majeure clauses are commonly seen in contracts to protect against the unknown. Something could go wrong, and it could completely ruin

Peter Lamont, Esq.
May 16, 20224 min read


What is a Subpoena and What Should I Do If My Business Receives One?
It is not uncommon for businesses of all sizes to be served with a subpoena. This is what you should do if you receive one.

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Feb 8, 20226 min read


VR is Changing the Way We Do Business
Virtual Reality is revolutionizing the way we do business. It's not just for entertainment anymore! Companies are using VR to train their em

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 19, 20224 min read


Can a Business Represent Itself if it is Sued in New Jersey?
Having an attorney to represent your business is especially important if your company is in New Jersey

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Sep 7, 20213 min read


Timing is Everything: How to Know When it is Time to Hire an Attorney for Your Business
New Jersey Business Lawyer Peter J. Lamont

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Aug 10, 20215 min read


Pennies from Heaven . . . Or Not. Can an Employee be Paid in Pennies?
Money is money as some people say, but does that mean that an employer can pay people in pennies? Well, according to the New York Times,...

Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 8, 20213 min read
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